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Tina was a lifesaver. Going to Spruce Pine to help clean my parent's home with just a single day's notice.
Review for Tina K. by Joseph B.
Joan was an outstanding young lady. She is the only one I interviewed that came prepared to work. She had her CPR card, her resume, and her…
Review for Joan M. by Tammie T.
Melani is great! She is punctual, upbeat, fun, and wonderful with kids. Mine absolutely loved her. I needed a pretty demanding childcare…
Review for Melani L. by Sarah M.
Babysitters in Old Fort, NC
Madalline B.
Old Fort, NC
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a creative and experienced childcare provider passionate about nurturing young minds and supporting families. My 4 years of experience have taught me to be patient, calm, and adaptable, as I ensure your little one receives the care and attention they deserve.
I consider it a privilege to be a part of your child's...
Patricia F.
Old Fort, NC
$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for caring for children. My experience as a babysitter for several families over the past year has solidified my desire to pursue a career as a childcare provider. I am a patient, calm, and creative individual who loves to engage with children in a fun and imaginative way. I am also very comfortable...
I have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and have been working with children for over 20 years. I have worked in daycare and Head Start centers. I have also worked in child welfare and was an early intervention service coordinator. I am a very creative and hardworking person. I am also very organized and take...
Mallory can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I'd describe my personality as positive, caring and creative.
I have been working with kids for years. I love it because it allows me to have a positive impact on young minds. I also love watching their creative minds flow.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to grow through creativity and kindness.
I started babysitting...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I am a 28-year-old former Montessori Preschool Educator with a long history of child care experience. I currently live in Black Mountain, North Carolina as a House Mentor for young adult women. I work with a local homeschool co-op as a part time Arts & Activities director. This fall I will be going back to college to pursue my...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Annaleah C.
Black Mountain, NC
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm an early childhood educator with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. I'm patient, creative, and friendly, and I believe in fostering a safe and supportive environment where children can learn and thrive.
I have one year of experience caring for children aged 1 to 11, and I'm comfortable caring for up...
Melia K.
Black Mountain, NC
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Am Really Excited For This Next Journey In My Life And To Meet Some New Amazing Families!
My name is Melia. I am 18 years old! I have 3+ years experience working with children. That includes babysitting, nannying and interning in the preschool at my highschool. I graduated in 2023 from A. C Reynolds Highschool and I am now attending AB tech to eventually get my degree in nursing or early childhood education!
I'd...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi guys, my name is Tina. I believe I was put on this earth to love and care for children. Especially babies. They are truly a gift from God above. So let's start with I have 2 year degree in early childhood education, I'm CPR trained, first aid trained. I worked in law enforcement for 10 years. & I'm a therapeutic Foster...
Tina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Tina was a lifesaver. Going to Spruce Pine to help clean my parent's home with just a single day's notice."
Joseph B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello Parents, I am Joan. I am 34 years old with a Master degree in education and I am also a certified license science teacher. Taking care of children is my passion. I am sincere, loyal, dependable and very responsible. The security and safety of your children will always be my priority. And of course, I will be patient,...
Joan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Joan was an outstanding young lady. She is the only one I interviewed that came prepared to work. She had her CPR card, her resume, and her creditably as well as her references when she interviewed. We were clear on the job and everything was discussed ahead of...
Tammie T.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I work full time Monday-Friday and am looking for a second part time job. I have worked with children for over 30 years. I am 44 years old and I have experience with children from ages newborn to teens. I also have experience with special needs as I volunteered in the ESE department of an elementary school previously. I was also...
Melani can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melani was the best babysitter ever. We were so sad when she moved away. :("
Erin S.
Allie M.
Asheville, NC
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Allie! And I have a lot of experience in child care. I graduated with a degree in Education, and have taught music to elementary school students, and am currently teaching outdoor education around western NC. I have been a camp counselor for multiple summers. I have also directed 6 children's musicals where I...
Allie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Allie was wonderful for our son! He is very active and loves being outside and they were outside as much as possible. Our son loved her. Our neighbor even mentioned that he saw her with him and she was so awesome. Definitely recommend!"
Marcy H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have quite a bit of experience with infants & toddlers, and occasional experience with children ages 5-9. I have babysat for family friends since I was 14 yo, but my first official nanny job was in 2018 taking care of a 1yo. I was then a full time nanny for a 10 mo girl and her 3yo brother. I was with this family for...
Peyton can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Peyton has been an exceptional caregiver for our infant. She’s been an invaluable support to our family, especially during my transition back to work after maternity leave.
Peyton is very experienced with infant care and development. Her nurturing approach...
Lauren E.
Celeste P.
Asheville, NC
$10-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Celeste! I am a dedicated and experienced babysitter with 10 years of experience caring for children, starting with my own younger siblings. I have a proven track record of providing reliable and engaging care for various families in my community. Known for my patience, responsibility, and creativity, I ensure a safe and...
Celeste can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Celeste is great with my kiddos! We have two young boys, 3.5 and 18 months and both do great with her. Highly recommend her for babysitting!"
Deanna W.
Maria E.
Asheville, NC
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I am passionate about caring for all kids of all ages especially toddlers and newborns. My experience in childcare goes 10 years back; I have worked with all types of ages from babysitting, to nannying and being a daycare teacher. In my time at daycare, I was with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Aside from this,...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fantastic nanny, the best we have had so far for our 6 month old twin boys. Truly cared about the boys and took great care of them. Highly recommend!"
David G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children in a private setting as well as a group environment.
I worked as a nanny many years and worked with elderly, as well. I would love the chance to be your nanny. I've also been a pet sitter as well and a personal assistant. Thank you for your consideration. :)
Tracy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"10/10 definitely recommend!
Tracy was hired to watch my daughters while out on vacation. She was honest, dependable and responsible. My kids were well taken cared of and most importantly safe. She was very communicative with updates on their daily activities and...
Trisha G.
Eva C.
Asheville, NC
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Occasional Sitter Looking For Part-Time Summer Job Before College
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for siblings from an early age; brother of 12, sister of 16, sister of 10, sister of 8. I babysat neighbors who had two daughters ages 4 and 6- played piano with them, made meals/snacks, played make-believe games with them, arts and crafts, read to them and helped them learn to read, homework help, before bed...
Eva can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eva cared for my two boys several times. They always look forward to her coming. She professional and responsible, but my favorite part about her time with my kids is what they learn. Her life experiences, education, multiple languages, and global travel give her...
Laura F.
Madison D.
Asheville, NC
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experience Babysitter & Nurse Ready To Care For Your Little Ones!
4.9
(124)
Hired by 78 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Madison, a dedicated babysitter and new grad nurse with 8 years of experience caring for children, specializing in newborns and toddlers. I'm CPR and First Aid certified.
In addition to providing loving care, I enjoy introducing fun, creative activities like crafts, outdoor play, and staying active with the kids. I'm...
Madison can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Madison is a fantastic babysitter! Our son loves spending time with her. She is prompt, communicative, dependable and very kind. We will definitely be asking her to come back for more babysitting!"
Hannah C.
Lyric R.
Swannanoa, NC
$15-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children.
I am comfortable enforcing household rules and promoting a structured environment while also allowing for flexibility and spontaneity. My approach to play is diverse, ranging from outdoor sports and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lyric has been excellent for us! We've used her for the last several years for babysitting, and helping with homeschooling! The kids love her the most because she's very interactive with them & likes to play! We've had other sitters in the past come and literally...
Hilary B.
Theo M.
Asheville, NC
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired Pediatric Nurse Specializing In Newborn And Infant Care. 10+ Years As Nanny.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Theo. I'm a retired pediatric nurse with 10 years of experience specializing as a newborn and infant nanny.
As I'm not yet a Grandma, I'm appropriately affectionate with lots of hugs, giggles and cuddles to share.
Appropriate to your babies age we'll have fun with age appropriate playtime, tummy time, story...
Theo can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Theo was super flexible and understanding with our unique situation of both parents working from home and being actively involved in our (at the time) 6 month old's care (breastfeeding between meetings, playing with her throughout the day, putting her to sleep...
Care member
Rivers M.
Asheville, NC
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nurturing Homeschooling Mama With Experience With Special Needs And A Love Of Pets!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
Every child I work with becomes part of my family. In your house or mine, I offer a calm loving environment for exploration and play!
I have been working with children since 1996 and love it! So far I have worked in early childhood classrooms, as a preschool lead teacher, a Kindergarten assistant, as my children's home...
Rivers can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Rivers was a wonderful Nanny for my son M. She's very kind and attentive to my sons needs. I appreciated her flexibility as well. Highly recommend!"
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Old Fort, NC:
How can I find a Old Fort babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Old Fort, NC can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 4 babysitters in Old Fort, NC on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Old Fort, NC?
The average rate for Old Fort, NC babysitters on Care.com is $21.25 per hour as of May 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Old Fort, NC?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Old Fort, NC through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.